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Physocarpus opulifolius Center Glow

Center Glow™ Ninebark: Patent PP16894, CPBR4944

Its most noteworthy characteristic is the combination of attractive, greenish-gold, maple-like foliage appearing alongside the mature, burgundy-coloured leaves. The small, pinkish-white flowers complement the foliage with the exfoliating bark adding appeal.

  • »  Flat-topped cluster of white flowers
  • »  Flowers give way to reddish fruit in the fall
  • »  Foliage is greenish-gold in the spring, aging to burgundy,
  • »  Newest leaves show gold centres as they mature
  • »  Bark peels in sheets, especially on older stems
  • »  Upright, arching habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

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  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:175-200 cm
  • Spread:175-200 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Fast
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Fruit
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Upright
• Vase-shape
Foliage Color
• Multi-coloured
Landscape uses
• Foundation planting
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Physocarpus opulifolius 'Center Glow'

This cultivar is often offered as a pruned or trained tree form. Ninebark grows best in a well-drained, fertile soil, however, they are very hardy and adaptable and will tolerate a wide range of soil types and conditions. Prune by removing dead twigs after flowering.